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Meaning of confiscated
The primary meaning of the word "confiscated" is to take something away from someone as a punishment or because it is illegal.
Etymology of confiscated
The word "confiscated" comes from the Latin words "confiscare" meaning to seize or take away, and "confiscatus" which is the past participle of "confiscare".
Historically, the term has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of taking away property or goods, often as a form of punishment or to enforce the law.
Synonyms
Definitions
- The verb "confiscated" means to take someone's property, money, or goods away from them, often as a punishment or because they have broken the law.
- * It can also refer to the act of seizing or taking possession of something, especially by authority.
Usage Examples
- The customs officer confiscated the parcel because it contained prohibited goods.
- * The government confiscated the company's assets due to tax evasion.
- * The police confiscated the driver's license for reckless driving.
Antonyms
returned
restored
given
granted
allowed
permitted
authorized
sanctioned
approved
legalized
legitimized
vindicated
exonerated
acquitted
cleared
released
freed
liberated
repatriated
reinstated
renewed
replaced